SeasonMapChicago vs Washington in October
Washington is the better pick in October — 85 vs 73 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Washington is nice, rainy, clean air, while Chicago is nice, rainy, clean air.
Chicago vs Washington — October climate, side by side
| Chicago | Washington | |
|---|---|---|
| Comfort score | 73/100 (B) | 85/100 (A) |
| Feels-like high | 16°C | 21°C |
| Avg high / low | 18° / 9° | 22° / 11° |
| Rainfall | 117 mm | 84 mm |
| Rainy days | 10 | 7 |
| Humidity | 70% | 72% |
| Air quality (AQI) | 35 | 42 |
Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.
Chicago vs Washington in October — FAQ
- Is October better in Chicago or Washington?
- Washington is the better pick in October — 85 vs 73 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Washington is nice, rainy, clean air, while Chicago is nice, rainy, clean air.
- What is the weather like in Chicago vs Washington in October?
- In October, Chicago averages 18°C high / 9°C low with about 117 mm of rain; Washington averages 22°C high / 11°C low with about 84 mm.